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Reforming the Reforms 
The Pockets – Series 2 | Episode 3
– Nanda Wanninayaka Multipockets: Good morning, Mr. President. Mr. Double Pockets wants to see...
Debt Crisis Looms Over Pelwatta and Sevanagala
Is There a Way Forward for Sri Lanka’s Sugar Industry?
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has sounded the alarm over the looming collapse of the Pelwatta...
Is BYOB legal in Sri Lanka?
Can you Bring Your Own Bottle?
Over the past year, an increasing number of restaurants in Sri Lanka have adopted BYOB (Bring Your...
Cabinet Paper Seeks Ban on Unpackaged Coconut Oil Sales Amid Health Fears
Colombo, Sri Lanka – A cabinet paper has been submitted proposing a ban on the sale of unpackaged...
Sri Lanka Considers High Import Taxes Amid US Tariff Pressure
- Ajith Perakum Jayasinghe
Recently, the US government imposed a 30% tariff on Sri Lankan exports, effective August 1, 2025...

Ever Ace’s Historic Call at Colombo East Container Terminal

The maritime world is abuzz with the news that the Megamax container ship, Ever Ace, was scheduled...

Kinder government reaction to economic distress would evoke better public response

With less than a month before presidential elections are called, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has...

Ambassador Rekha Gunasekera presents Credentials to King Willem-Alexander of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of the Netherlands Rekha Gunasekera presented the letter of...

Strengthening Defense Ties: India Enhances Training and Support for Sri Lankan Officers

In a recent development, India has announced a series of specialized capacity-building training...

Aswesuma Extends Benefits for Transitional and Vulnerable Groups

The Aswesuma Welfare Benefit Program has extended its special allowances for transitional and...

The Legacy of R. Sampanthan: A Story of Leadership and Commitment

In the annals of Sri Lankan politics, the name R. Sampanthan stands out as a beacon of Tamil...

India eyeing cobalt in disputed waters with Sri Lanka

by Arundathie Abeysinghe Colombo (AsiaNews) – India is trying to secure exploration rights for a...

Sri Lanka’s Debt Restructuring: A Comprehensive Overview

Sri Lanka is undergoing a significant debt restructuring process to stabilize its economy and meet...

Expert Forum on Ongoing Torture Despite Extensive Anti-Torture Legislation

On June 26, 2024, the Right to Life Human Rights Centre, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka...

Right to Life Human Right Center Statement on the Need for Implementation of Anti-Torture Rules and Regulations in Sri Lanka

In observance of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture on June 26, 2024, it is...

Afghanistan Qualifies for First World Cup Semi-Final in Historic Win Over Bangladesh

In a landmark moment for Afghan cricket, Afghanistan has qualified for the semi-finals of the ICC...

Upright Institutions Needed For Sri Lanka’s Recovery

With elections and a change of government in one way or the other imminent, the independent...

Right to Life Human Rights Centre Partners with Netherlands Embassy to Bolster Advocacy

In a significant move to enhance human rights advocacy, Mr. Philip Dissanayake, Executive Director...

Sri Lanka Launches Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre with Indian Support

In a significant step towards enhancing maritime safety and coordination, Sri Lanka has launched a...

What’s Next for Sri Lanka in Debt Restructuring?

Sri Lanka is poised to sign a significant debt restructuring agreement with a group of creditor...

Landmark Judgment Under the Convention Against Torture Act: Sri Lankan Police Officers Sentenced

In a landmark judgment under the Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading...

World Bank Approves $150 million to Improve Primary Healthcare Services in Sri Lanka

WASHINGTON, June 24, 2024— The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved $150 million...

Gender Identities and Judicial Cannibalism

by Ajith Perakum Jayasinghe The term “judicial cannibalism” is more metaphorical than a...

IMF ‘Conditions’ for Sri Lanka’s Second Tranche of EFF: Addressing Popular Criticisms

The Sri Lankan government’s submission to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the 2024...

Boosting Female Labour Force Participation, Key for Sri Lanka to Progress

Key Statistics Female Labour Force Participation in Sri Lanka: 29.4% Male Labour Force Participation...

Significant Revenue Loss Due to Luxury Tax Exemptions and Concessions in Sri Lanka

Year Number of individuals granted CIF value (LKR) Applicable Luxury tax (LKR) Exemption (LKR) 2019...

COPA Criticises Unused Funds for Labour Department Digitalisation

The Parliamentary Committee on Government Accounts has emphasized the critical need for the Labour...